So, You’re Projecting (We All Are)
Here’s something we don’t always admit: in the early days of any relationship, we don't see the other person as they are. We see them as what we want to see. That goes for business deals, friendships, love—all of it.
We might think our new business partner is a genius because they nailed a pitch, or believe someone is perfect because they check a few boxes. But let’s be real—those first impressions are more about what we're bringing into the situation than about who they actually are.
We start with projections because it’s easier than facing the unknown. It’s comfortable. But the truth always catches up. People will show you who they are, eventually. That’s when things get real. You either adapt to what’s true or cling to what you thought was true.
Bottom Line: Relationships get real when the projection fades. Until then, it’s all just a preview.
Question for Today: Is there a relationship (business, personal, love) where you’ve been holding onto your own projection? What would change if you let it go?
—Mark
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